Konnor Pilkington

Konnor Pilkington has signed a minor league contract with the Detroit Tigers. The deal is worth up to $1.2 million if he makes it to the majors and also includes an invitation to spring training.

Fantasy Impact

Pilkington elected for free agency instead of reporting to Triple-A when he was designated for assignment by the Nationals a couple of weeks ago. The lefthander pitched to a 4.45 ERA in 28.1 innings with Washington last season and has a career ERA of 3.97 in 88.1 innings at the big league level. Pilkington will likely begin the year with Triple-A Toledo but could see some innings in Detroit at some point.

Nationals left-hander Konnor Pilkington has elected free agency in lieu of an outright assignment to Triple-A Rochester.

Fantasy Impact

Rather than agreeing to go to Triple-A, Pilkington will take his chances on the open market. The 28-year-old posted a 4.45 ERA in 32 appearances with the Nats in 2025.

The Nationals have outrighted left-hander Konnor Pilkington to Triple-A Rochester.

Fantasy Impact

The Nationals claimed Pilkington off waivers but designated him for assignment when the club claimed Tsung-Che Cheng off waivers. The 28-year-old Pilkington posted a 4.45 ERA in 32 outings for the Nationals in 2025.

The Nationals designated Konnor Pilkington for assignment.

Fantasy Impact

Pilkington loses his roster spot after Washington claimed Tsung-Che Cheng off waivers. He will head to waivers where he could draw some interest.

Konnor Pilkington struck out three across two perfect innings of relief in Tuesday’s 6-1 win over Cincinnati.

Fantasy Impact

Pilkington was sharp in his short outing, retiring all six batters he faced while posting his first three strikeouts of the season. Though his role remains undefined, the left-hander showed enough polish to potentially earn more high-leverage looks. He’s off the fantasy radar for now, but could emerge in holds leagues if usage trends upward.